Lipedema Flashcards

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Lipedema

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Lipedema

“Lipedema is a chronic condition characterized by painful fat buildup, usually in the legs and arms.”

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Depósitos de Gordura

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Fat Deposits

“In lipedema, fat deposits occur symmetrically on the lower body.”

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Tecido Adiposo

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Adipose Tissue

“Adipose tissue in patients with lipedema is often painful and prone to swelling.”

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Condição Crônica

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Chronic Condition

“Lipedema is a chronic condition that can worsen over time if untreated.”

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Inchaço

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Swelling

“Swelling in the legs is a common symptom in patients with lipedema.”

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Sensibilidade à Dor

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Pain Sensitivity

“Patients with lipedema often experience high pain sensitivity in affected areas.”

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Fibrose

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Fibrosis

“Fibrosis can develop in lipedema patients, causing tissue to become firmer.”

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Terapia de Compressão

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Compression Therapy

“Compression therapy helps manage swelling in patients with lipedema.”

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Drenagem Linfática Manual

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Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)

“Manual lymphatic drainage is a therapy used to reduce swelling in lipedema patients.”

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Edema

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Edema

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“Edema in the legs can worsen as lipedema progresses.”

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Inflamação

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Inflammation

“Chronic inflammation contributes to pain and swelling in lipedema.”

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Sensibilidade

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Tenderness

“Tenderness to touch is a key symptom of lipedema.”

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Celulite Inflamatória

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Cellulitis

“Patients with lipedema have a higher risk of cellulitis due to poor circulation.”

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Lipoaspiração

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Liposuction

“Liposuction is a surgical option to remove fat deposits in advanced cases of lipedema.”

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Contorno Corporal

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Body Contouring

“Body contouring procedures may be considered to address the disproportion caused by lipedema.”

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Estágios do Lipedema

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Stages of Lipedema

“Lipedema progresses through four stages, each with increasing symptoms and fat buildup.”

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Saúde Vascular

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Vascular Health

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Terapia de Exercício

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Exercise Therapy

“Low-impact exercise therapy can help improve mobility in lipedema patients.”

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Modificação da Dieta

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Diet Modification

“Diet modification may reduce inflammation and support overall health in lipedema patients.”

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Predisposição Genética

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Genetic Predisposition

“Genetic predisposition plays a role in the development of lipedema.”

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Mobilidade

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Mobility

“Reduced mobility is often a challenge for patients in advanced stages of lipedema.”

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Distribuição Desproporcional de Gordura

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Disproportionate Fat Distribution

“Lipedema causes disproportionate fat distribution in the lower body.”

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Sistema Linfático

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Lymphatic System

“A healthy lymphatic system is essential for reducing swelling in lipedema.”

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Influência Hormonal

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Hormonal Influence

“Hormonal changes, such as pregnancy or menopause, can trigger or worsen lipedema.”

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Microcirculação

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Microcirculation

“Impaired microcirculation in lipedema patients contributes to edema and discomfort.”

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Imagem Corporal

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Body Image

“Lipedema can negatively impact a patient’s body image and self-esteem.”

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Deficiência Nutricional

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Nutritional Deficiency

“Addressing nutritional deficiencies can be part of lipedema management.”

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Roupas de Suporte

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Support Garments

“Support garments are often recommended to reduce discomfort and manage swelling in lipedema.”

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Recorrência

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Recurrence

“Even after surgery, lipedema may have a risk of recurrence.”

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Gerenciamento da Dor

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Pain Management

“Effective pain management is crucial for improving quality of life in lipedema patients.”